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Miscreant tries to topple vehicles with wooden log on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway, sparks safety concerns. Video
Dashcam footage shows potential accident as man attempts to topple vehicles on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway.
In a shocking incident, a man wielding a long wooden log was spotted on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway, attempting to disrupt high-speed vehicles and potentially topple them. The incident has raised serious concerns among commuters on the access-controlled highway, which has previously made headlines for numerous accidents.
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A dashcam video from one of the cars captured the alarming visuals, showing how the situation could have led to a fatal accident. Social media user Deep Darshan shared the footage on X, warning travelers: "Caution for travelers on Mysore-Bangalore Expressway. Attempted car-toppling near Kengeri (Jan 20, 6:42 PM). A miscreant was holding a log and placed it on the closest lane near the divider, aiming to cause an accident and snatch valuables, video below"
The video reveals a vehicle ahead swerving suddenly, prompting the driver behind to slow down. As they approached, the driver noticed a man standing on the divider holding a wooden log, positioning it dangerously toward the passing lane. A slight lapse in a driver's alertness could have resulted in a severe crash, possibly flipping a vehicle.
Darshan tagged Bengaluru Police in his post, which the authorities acknowledged. He also demanded immediate action to apprehend the individual. Concerned users reacted strongly to the incident. One wrote, "This is incredibly dangerous and terrifying. Endangering lives for valuables, and that too during evening hours."
Another user criticized the situation, stating, "Unbelievable. This is just outside city limits, and it's still evening. Imagine the risks at night. This highway is worsening with poor entry-exit control, lack of patrolling, and only exorbitant toll fees."
This is not the first safety lapse on the expressway. Recently, a dashcam captured a safety cone placed in the passing lane, which posed a major hazard. Despite claims by the NHAI and Karnataka Police about high vigilance with AI-based cameras along the route, incidents like these highlight significant gaps in safety measures.
